Korean Dictionary
How to say "Tablet" in Korean
“Tablet” in Korean is 태블릿 (pronounced "taebeullit").
태블릿
taebeullit
Usage & Context
A portable computing device larger than a smartphone but smaller than a laptop. Tablets are increasingly popular in Korea for entertainment and productivity purposes.
Example Sentence
태블릿으로 영화를 봐요.
I watch movies on my tablet.
How to use 태블릿 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Tablet” is 태블릿, romanized as taebeullit.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'tae-beul-lit' — loanword. 'tae' like 'teh', 'beul' with 'eu' unrounded, 'lit' short. The double 'l' is held slightly.
More Example Sentences
college student study habit
태블릿으로 강의 필기를 해요.
I take lecture notes on my tablet.
parenting discussion
아이 태블릿 사용 시간을 제한해요.
I limit my child's tablet usage time.
digital artist
그림 그릴 때 태블릿을 써요.
I use a tablet when drawing.
Cultural Context
태블릿 in Korea includes both Apple iPads and Samsung Galaxy Tabs, with iPad being especially popular among students for note-taking apps like 굿노트 (GoodNotes). The '아이패드' brand name is often used generically. Many Korean cafes offer charging ports for 태블릿 users, and '태블릿 필기' (tablet note-taking) is a widespread study culture among Korean students.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
태블릿 하나 사고 싶어요.
I want to buy a tablet.
태블릿으로 영화 봐요.
I watch movies on my tablet.
태블릿 충전 중이에요.
My tablet is charging.
Related Expressions
아이패드
aipaedeu
iPad
갤럭시탭
gaelleoksitap
Galaxy Tab
펜슬
penseul
stylus/Pencil
필기
pilgi
note-taking
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